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Louise Minchin is getting ready to grace our screens once more as she takes on the mighty Gladiators in a New Year celebrity special. The former BBC breakfast star will be taking part in the iconic and former 90s hit programme alongside comedian Rob Beckett, Masked Singer star Joel Dommett, and comedian Ellie Taylor, along with the show’s gladiators. Louise has admitted that she'd been a huge fan of the show since it originally graced screens three decades ago but she's found herself to be the buck of the joke where her family are concerned.

BBC Breakfast presenters paid a heartfelt tribute to Eddie Jordan following the announcement of his tragic death on Thursday (March 20). The former Formula 1 team owner and TV pundit had passed away earlier that morning at the age of 76, after being diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that had spread to his spine and pelvis. A statement from his family read: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.

Nina Warhurst, who has been a familiar face on BBC Breakfast for nearly 10 years, has announced her departure from the show, much to the disappointment of her fans.The 44-year-old journalist first started reporting for the programme in 2018 and was later promoted to the role of main business presenter in 2020, taking over from Steph McGovern, who left to host her own Channel 4 show, which has since been cancelled. Over the past few years, Nina has often taken the reins of BBC Breakfast, presenting the show alongside veteran stars such as Jon Kay and Sally Nugent.

BBC Breakfast presenter Nina Warhurst has announced she's saying goodbye to the show after a six-year stint.The 44 year old journalist, who joined the BBC One morning programme in 2018, shared the news of her departure with her followers, revealing she'll be joining the BBC's News at One team. "Hanging up the high-viz and hairnet as I join the BBC's News at One," she wrote on X.

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay, who co-hosts the popular morning news show with Sally Nugent during weekdays, is not just a familiar face on our screens. Off-camera, he's a devoted husband and father of three. He met his wife, Francesca Kasteliz, while they were both working at BBC Bristol back in 1998.

BBC Breakfast fans were left amused when the programme suffered an unexpected slip-up on Friday (January 24). Anchor Charlie Stayt was mid-interview with Tana Adkin KC of the Criminal Bar Association, when the camera suddenly shifted to two stunned crew members outside the BBC Sport studio.The pair darted off-screen upon realising their cameo.The audience wasted no time and rushed to X (previously known as Twitter) to poke fun at the gaffe. One amused viewer posted: "#BBCBreakfast hahahaha.

BBC Breakfast viewers were on edge early in the morning as a brave presenter reported live from the snowy scenes at 6.17am.The hardy Yunus Mulla stood amidst the wintry mix in Harrogate, detailing the havoc wreaked by the snow across the UK, leading to closures at key airports including Manchester, Liverpool, and Birmingham. Yunus informed presenters Ben Thompson and Rachel Burden with a chill: "It is snowing and quite heavily and has been for the past couple of hours." Painting a frosty picture he added: "It is settling as you can see around me, a huge blanket of snow covering Harrogate in North Yorkshire.Two amber warnings and expect disruptions, and we have had a few tech issues ourselves." His cautionary advice didn't go unnoticed when he said: "If you're looking to venture out onto the road, you can see what drivers will be facing because of the advice.There is the possibility they could get stuck, and people should carry blankets and food and that kind of thing," reports the Express.

The Met Office has sounded the alarm with an amber weather warning, alerting to treacherous travel conditions and potential power cuts this weekend due to heavy snow and icy rain. A snow weather warning is in effect from 9pm tomorrow until midnight on Sunday, highlighting concerns that rural communities may be "cut off".The forewarned area stretches from Sheffield to Carlisle, with potential impacts including power outages and reduced mobile phone signal.

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Amy Dowden has opened up about the challenges of New Year's Eve in a heartfelt Instagram post. Preparing to welcome 2025, she shared her reflections stating:"New Year's Eve can be hard for some. I know too well.

Former BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin has spoken about her experience on Celebrity Gladiators, revealing that tackling the hit show was "terrifying". Louise, 56, is one of the stars taking on the BBC show's festive special, which is set to air on New Year's Day. The broadcaster, who left BBC Breakfast after 20 years in 2021, is taking on the formidable gladiators in a special edition of the show alongside comedians Rob Beckett, Joel Dommett and Ellie Taylor.

The festive season brought a special treat for Death in Paradise fans with a Christmas special, but one familiar face was missing from the celebrations - Detective Inspector Neville Parker. Ralf Little, who has been at the helm of the show as the lead detective for five years, confirmed his departure in March.The 44 year old actor, famed for roles in The Royle Family and Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, had once called the part his 'dream job', sharing his enthusiasm: "It took less than 0.005 seconds to say yes to playing the new DI! How could I not? It is a joy to play Neville and I can't wait for viewers to see him in paradise." Ralf stepped into the shoes previously filled by Father Ted's Ardal O'Hanlon as DI Jack Mooney, and before that, Kris Marshall and Ben Miller, who originated the role when the hit series launched in 2011.

BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty was forced to halt this morning's episode (December 21) to issue viewers with a rather unusual warning. Naga was co-hosting the show with Ben Thompson, with the pair announcing that Wham! had secured the UK's Christmas number one for the second year in a row.

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty couldn't hide her reaction to a cheeky comment made by co-host Ben Thompson on today's show (December 21). While presenting this morning's programme, Naga and Ben were reflecting on a feature about Wham's song Last Christmas hitting the Christmas number one spot in 2024 - 40 years after its original release. The conversation soon shifted from the iconic holiday song to the likelihood of snow for Christmas.

The much-anticipated finale of Strictly Come Dancing is set to take place on Saturday evening (December 14), where one lucky celebrity will be crowned the winner and lift the coveted glitterball trophy.The grand conclusion of the 22nd series will see the final four couples strut their stuff on the shiny dance floor for the last time, in a bid to wow the judges and viewers at home. Eleven couples have already been eliminated from the competition, with Pete Wicks and Jowita Przysta being the most recent pair to say their goodbyes during the semi-final.

If you're a Strictly fan, cast your thoughts back to 2021 when Dan Walker and his dance partner Nadiya were swirling their last waltz on the dance floor of Strictly Come Dancing. Outside the glitz, Dan's known for lighting up our screens on BBC, Channel 5 News and lately, sprinkling a bit of that magic over Classic FM radio.

Highly respected journalist Alastair Stewart has given a heartbreaking update on his health, revealing the impact of his dementia diagnosis that now affects his day-to-day abilities. Since going public with his condition, the iconic former ITV newsreader has been open about the struggles that came with vascular dementia, which he was diagnosed with in 2019.

BBC Breakfast fans took to social media in droves to express their frustration after the show was interrupted for an on-air apology this morning. During Saturday's episode (November 30), a weather glitch that had occurred weeks prior was finally addressed.The error resulted in hurricane-force winds being incorrectly forecasted on the BBC Weather app.

Dan Walker suffered a snow disaster today, with him arriving to work hours late following a tricky morning with transportation. Former BBC Breakfast host Dan, who now presents the weekday radio show on Classic FM, revealed that he had woken up to snow in Sheffield, sharing a picture of the winter wonderland scene on his social media. However, the snow soon impacted him and he revealed that he was forced to abandon his broken-down car on the way to work.

UK screens have dimmed after the news that Timothy West, a distinguished presence on British television since 1956, has passed away at 90.Timothy, who was married to Prunella Scales for more than 60 years, starred in the likes of Coronation Street, EastEnders, Not Going Out and Brass and was one of the country's most beloved actors. A very moving statement issued after his death read: "Tim was with friends and family at the end. He leaves his wife Prunella Scales, to whom he was married for 61 years, a sister, a daughter, two sons, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Beloved actor Timothy West, known for his roles in Dad's Army and as an EastEnders icon, has passed away peacefully at the age of 90, enveloped by the warmth of family and friends. In a statement released by his children, Juliet, Samuel, and Joseph West through his agent, they expressed their heartfelt loss: "After a long and extraordinary life on and off the stage, our darling father Timothy West died peacefully in his sleep yesterday evening." They elaborated on the actor's final moments, stating: "Tim was with friends and family at the end.

Hip hop legend LL Cool J has revealed his unexpected admiration for Gardeners' World host Monty Don - even asking the presenter for a selfie when they crossed paths behind the scenes at BBC Breakfast this weekend. According to fellow BBC presenter Nina Warhurst, 'Paradise' rapper and his crew couldn't resist approaching Monty, who has become quite popular in the US following his American Gardens series in 2020. LL Cool J, who recently made a comeback to music after an 11-year break, was on BBC Breakfast to discuss his new album, The Forge.